Annual Asters —the finest of long-lasting cut-flowers 
Michell’s Superb Asters 
We wish to emphasize the fact that our Asters are grown for us by specialists, and nearly all varieties under our own supervision. 
Michell’s “Distinctive” Quality is nowhere more prominent than with our Asters, and we can recommend them with the utmost confi¬ 
dence. Our seed is selected from plants which are free from disease. 
SPECIAL NOTE.— In growing Asters, old soil and flats should never be used the second time without thoroughly sterilizing, to avoid 
the numerous diseases to which Asters are so susceptible. Barnyard manure should never be employed as a fertilizer. We recommend the 
use of finely ground bonemeal. Asters should not be grown in the same location two years in succession. 
Giant Comet Aster, Salmon Queen 
Fu sarium- Wilt Resistant Strains 
We take pleasure in offering the following varieties of Wilt-resistant 
Asters. These we believe to be practically immune to this disease. We 
feel sure that by using this seed many disappointments due to crop 
failures will be eliminated. 
NOVELTY VARIETIES Trade pkt . 0z . 
GOLDEN SHEAF. The deepest yellow Aster yet intro¬ 
duced and the only one that is wilt-resistant. The flowers 
are fully double, with an attractive crest-like center, of 
good substance and fine depth of petal; long-stemmed and 
excellent shippers. SO 40 $2 00 
GIANT COMET, SALMON QUEEN. Clear, pure salmon, 
blending to a rich golden salmon at center. The large, 
well-formed flowers are of the feathery Comet type on 
long-stemmed, early-flowering, upright plants. 40 1 75 
GIANT COMET, BLUE FLAME. Bright navy-blue flow¬ 
ers, distinct from any other blue Aster now offered, fully 
double, with long stems. Fine for cutting. 40 1 75 
AMERICAN BEAUTY 
Similar in type of flower and growth to the Late Branching Aster. 
Plants grow about 2 to 3 feet high and commence to bloom in September, 
continuing until frost. Large, double flowers on long, heavy stems. 
Trade pkt. Oz. Trade pkt. Oz. 
Azure Fairy. 
..$0 40 
$1 
75 
Shell-Pink. 
.$0 40 
$1 
75 
Carmine-Rose . 
40 
1 
75 
White. 
. 40 
1 
75 
Crimson. 
40 
1 
75 
Mixed. 
1 
50 
Purple. 
40 
1 
75 
BALL’S 
Phlox Pink. Light rose-pink; early flowering. 40 1 75 
White. Early. 40 1 75 
White. Late. 40 1 75 
EARLY ROYAL BRANCHING 
Trade pkt. Oz. Trade pkt. Oz. 
Azure-Blue. 
. . $0 40 
$1 75 
Rose-Pink . . . 
....$0 40 
$1 
75 
Lavender. 
40 
1 75 
White. 
.... 40 
1 
75 
Peach Blossom.. 
40 
1 75 
Mixed. 
.... 30 
1 
50 
Purple. 
40 
1 75 
HEART OF FRANCE 
Ruby-Red. 
40 
1 
75 
IMPROVED CREGO 
Flowers gigantic in size, often 5 inches across, and with long, stout 
stems averaging 15 inches in length. The twisted and curled petals give 
the flower the appearance of a huge chrysanthemum. 
Trade pkt. Oz. Trade pkt. Oz. 
Crimson. 
....$0 40 
$1 
75 
Shell-Pink. 
.$0 4Q 
$1 
75 
Deep Rose. . . . 
.... 40 
1 
75 
Violet or Purple. 
40 
1 
75 
Lavender. 
.... 40 
1 
75 
White. 
40 
1 
75 
Purple. 
.... 40 
1 
75 
Mixed. 
30 
1 
50 
IMPROVED QUEEN OF THE MARKET 
This well-known, early-flowering variety is of branching habit, bear¬ 
ing large flowers on long stems. It commences to bloom in July 
Trade pkt. Oz. Trade pkt. Oz. 
Crimson. 
$0 40 
$1 
75 
Peach Blossom 
Dark Blue (Purple) 
40 
1 
75 
(Blush-Pink).... 
SO 40 
$1 
75 
Light Blue (Lav- 
White. 
40 
1 
75 
ender). 
40 
1 
75 
Mixed. 
30 
1 
50 
Rose-Pink. 
40 
1 
75 
MICHELL’S IMPROVED SEMPLE’S BRANCHING 
The finest late blooming Aster; large double flowers on long, strong 
stems; the attractive form of flowers makes it one of the most valuable 
varieties for cutting. Our Improved Strain has been secured after many 
years of careful selection. 
Trade pkt. 
Oz. 
Trade pkt. 
Oz. 
Azure-Blue. .. 
... $0' 40 
SI 75 
Purple. 
$1 75 
Crimson. 
40 
1 75 
Sheil-Pink... 
1 75 
Deep Rose.... 
40 
1 75 
White. 
1 75 
Lavender. 
40 
1 75 
Mixed. 
. 30 
1 50 
Peerless Pink. 
40 
1 75 
Regular Strains 
NEW SUPER GIANTS 
A marvelous California Giant late type. Flowers are not only very 
large but most artistic, due to the unusual curling and interlacing of the 
petals. No disbudding is necessary, due to the non-lateral habit. 
Trade pkt. Oz. 
Giant El Monte. Brilliant crimson.$0 40 $2 00 
Giant Los Angeles. Pure shell-pink. 40 2 00 
CALIFORNIA GIANT 
A fine variety with flowers of the Crego type and with the habit of 
growth and long stems of the Beauty type. The large flowers stand up 
well when .shipped as cut-flowers and are very attractive when arranged 
Trade pkt. Oz. Trade pkt. Oz. 
in floral work. 
Dark Purple 
Deep Rose. . 
Light Blue.. 
.$0 
40 
40 
40 
$2 
2 
2 
25 
25 
25 
Peach Blossom. 
White. 
Mixed. 
.$0 
40 
40 
40 
$2 25 
2 25 
2 00 
IMBRICATED POMPON 
An early-flowering, upright-growing type with plants 12 to 14 inches 
high that bear numerous small, round, cushion-centered flowers. Excel¬ 
lent for pots and cutting. 
Trade pkt. Oz. 
Crimson.$0 40 $2 25 
Light Blue. 40 2 25 
Rose. 40 2 25 
Trade pkt. Oz. 
Violet.$0 40 $2 25 
White. 40 2 25 
Mixed. 30 2 00 
Please read instructions for ordering Flower Seeds on page 5 of this Catalog 
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HENRY F. MICHELL CO 
